Merthyr Tydfil Map

Merthyr Tydfil map, view the Mid-Glamorgan town of Merthyr Tydfil, located in the county of Mid-Glamorgan, Wales.

Detailed Street Map of Merthyr Tydfil Mid-Glamorgan & Guide to the Area

Merthyr Tydfil Map Mid-Glamorgan: Interactive map of Merthyr Tydfil, displaying the town situated in the county of Mid-Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Merthyr Tydfil area and a Merthyr Tydfil town centre map, showing Merthyr Tydfil Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Merthyr Tydfil map are: Cyfarthfa Castle, Redhouse Cymru, St Tydfil Shopping Centre, Merthyr Leisure Centre, Vue Cinema Merthyr, BikePark Wales, Trago Mills, Tesco Extra Merthyr, Asda Merthyr, Aldi, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, Primark, WHSmith, Boots, Superdrug, Argos, Home Bargains, B&M, JD Sports, Sports Direct, Costa Coffee, Greggs, Wetherspoons, The New Crown Inn, The Antelope Hotel, The Imperial Hotel, Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel & Spa, Castle Hotel, College Tavern, The Pant Cad Ifor Inn, JOL's Restaurant, Woodfired, Tino's, Aberglais Inn, Lady Charlotte Guest House, Premier Inn Merthyr Tydfil, Travelodge Merthyr Tydfil, St Tydfil's Church, Hope Chapel, Bethania Baptist Church, St Aloysius RC Church, Merthyr Tydfil College, Pen y Dre High School, Bishop Hedley High School, Cyfarthfa High School, Greenfield School, Keir Hardie University Health Park, Prince Charles Hospital, Dowlais Medical Centre, Gwaunfarren Clinic, Merthyr Tydfil Bus Station, Merthyr Tydfil Railway Station, and Cyfarthfa Shopping Park.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Dowlais, Pant, Penydarren, Gurnos, Georgetown, Heolgerrig, Twynyrodyn, Cefn Coed, Abercanaid, Pentrebach, Troedyrhiw, Treharris, Trelewis, Bedlinog, Edwardsville, Aberfan, Merthyr Vale, Rhymney, Pontlottyn, Fochriw, Brithdir, Deri, New Tredegar, Bargoed, Hengoed, Nelson, Ystrad Mynach, Quakers Yard, Mountain Ash, Abercynon, Cwmbach.

Merthyr Tydfil is a town with a deep industrial soul, set against the dramatic backdrop of the Welsh Valleys. It sits high in the heads of the valleys, where the River Taff runs through a mix of hills, housing estates, and green spaces that hint at its past and future all at once. There's a toughness and resilience to Merthyr, shaped by generations of graft and hardship, but there's warmth here too—and a growing buzz as the town finds new purpose. From mountain biking to market stalls, it's a place that keeps moving, quietly and steadily.

Historically, Merthyr was one of the powerhouses of the industrial revolution. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the town became the iron and coal capital of the world, with Cyfarthfa and Dowlais ironworks leading the way. The town's population exploded, with workers from all over pouring in to be part of the boom. There were riots, uprisings, engineering marvels, and hard lives all rolled into one. By the early 20th century, the industry began to decline, but the town's sense of identity never wavered. Today, Merthyr Tydfil has a population of just over 43,000 and continues to adapt—with regeneration projects, leisure, and tourism playing bigger roles alongside strong community ties.

There's plenty to see and do if you know where to look. Cyfarthfa Castle is a standout—part museum, part stately home, set in beautiful parkland. It gives a proper window into the town's industrial heyday. BikePark Wales, just outside town, is a huge draw for thrill-seekers and one of the best mountain biking spots in the UK. Merthyr Leisure Village and the nearby retail parks bring a bit of modern convenience, while Redhouse Cymru offers arts, film and live performances in a beautifully restored old town hall. A short drive out takes you to Brecon Mountain Railway—an old-fashioned steam train running through stunning landscapes. For National Trust fans, Aberdulais Tin Works and Waterfall isn't far, and though there aren't many English Heritage sites right on the doorstep, there's plenty of industrial and cultural heritage all around you.

Wider Mid-Glamorgan is packed with character and contrast. Head over to Rhondda for its mining history and cultural centres, or down towards Caerphilly for the enormous and atmospheric Caerphilly Castle. The Valleys themselves are perfect for walking, cycling and getting a sense of the land that shaped so much of Wales' story. Pontypridd's got strong ties to the Welsh national anthem and a lively town centre, while smaller spots like Mountain Ash, Treharris and Aberdare each have their own quirks and charm. A drive through the valleys is a history lesson in itself—tall terraces, chapels on corners, and green hills rising in every direction.

Merthyr's easy to reach by both road and rail. The A470 runs straight down to Cardiff and the M4, making for a direct and scenic drive to the capital. The town's train station sits at the end of the Merthyr Line, with regular services to Cardiff Central and connections to the rest of the country. Local buses serve surrounding villages and valley towns. For air travel, Cardiff Airport is the closest, just under an hour away by car. Once you're in Merthyr, it's all quite accessible—whether you're heading into the hills or wandering through town.

Mid-Glamorgan, as a historic county, covers a fair slice of South Wales and includes towns like Merthyr, Aberdare, Pontypridd and Caerphilly. While it's no longer an official administrative county, the name still crops up in everyday life and carries a bit of weight. It's a region shaped by industry, community and culture, with strong Welsh roots and a no-nonsense feel. While some parts are still dealing with the long shadow of industrial decline, there's a strong undercurrent of regeneration, creativity and local pride pushing things forward. The hills, the people, the stories—they're all stitched into the fabric of Mid-Glamorgan.

We hope you found this Merthyr Tydfil tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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